Do you take everything personally and internalize other people’s choices? *Your mom doesn’t like your new apartment. (What else could be going on here that isn’t related to you?) *Your boss is always in a bad mood. (What else could be going on here that isn’t related to you?) *Your boyfriend doesn’t enjoy shopping and…
Category: Relationships
Counseling for College Students
If you are going to college for the first time this month, I’d recommend that you check out their counseling services (why not?!); making the transition from high school to college and living with your family to living on your own can be HUGE. You have plenty to talk about with a counselor. If you…
A Helpful Reframe
Sometimes we get “stuck” in our thoughts. We may take something really personally that was never intended to be hurtful. It can be helpful to ask yourself: What are the other possibilities? What else could s/he have meant by that comment? Here is an article from The Atlantic that provides a helpful way to reframe a…
An Anchor for the Soul
Last week my family and I had the privilege of speaking, teaching, and serving at Delanco Camp in New Jersey. My husband was the speaker for the week and I taught two classes: one on communication skills, the other on anxiety. My 2 year old soaked up the attention, the high-fives, and the extra treats…